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233 – Alfred’s Powerplay and the Restructuring of Wessex

The British History Podcast

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Restructuring of the Whitann and Alfred's Power

This chapter explores the changes Alfred made to the Whitann, the elder men who held power in Wessex, and discusses how he consolidated his own power and influence over the council. It also delves into the controversy surrounding a will and the implications for Alfred's rule and the inheritance of his children.

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